“How long is it going to take?” Those are familiar words to all who work in the electric industry. It’s a phrase we’ve been asked thousands of times in our careers. It’s the first thing people think when the lights go out. It doesn’t take long sitting in the dark to realize how dependent we… Continue reading.
Chairman Steve AmRhein opened the meeting, and Brian Scheidler kept the meeting minutes. All board members were present except Suzanne Parmer. Jason Barnhorst participated virtually. Also present were CEO Brett Abplanalp and employee Matt Raver. Clay Nuhring moved to approve the agenda. Steve Nobbe seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. SAFETY MINUTE AND COOL… Continue reading.
Camp Kilowatt | June 5–8 A fun and unique camp experience for students entering seventh grade. This three-day camp includes horseback riding, electric cooperative education, rock climbing, swimming and much more. Apply online at campkilowatt.org by March 1. Indiana Youth Tour | June 16–23 Indiana’s electric cooperatives sponsor an unforgettable educational adventure to Washington, D.C.,… Continue reading.
There are things we all used to do. Fairly recently, as a matter of fact. Then somebody started offering new technology, and now you’re almost embarrassed to admit you continue to do things the “old” way. I don’t think of myself as a trendsetter, but I don’t want to fall far behind. When we talk… Continue reading.
Kankakee Valley REMC is pleased to recognize its employees and directors for milestone years of safety and service. We greatly appreciate that they are dedicated to their careers and to providing exemplary service to the cooperative’s member-consumers.
We all have that pile on our desk or kitchen counter where everything lives until it is paid, read, or discarded. This year, say goodbye to lost paperwork and embrace a clutter-free, eco-friendly lifestyle. Scan the QR code to use the online sign-up form to switch from the paper Indiana Connection to the e-newsletter and… Continue reading.
CAMP KILOWATT June 5–8 This camp experience is available to students completing 6th grade in 2024. Apply at campkilowatt.org by March 1. INDIANA YOUTH TOUR June 16–23 This experience is available to students completing 11th grade in 2024. Apply at indianayouthtour.org by March 1. OPERATION ROUND UP SCHOLARSHIPS Two $2,000 and four $1,000 scholarships are… Continue reading.
Congratulations to the following organizations that received Operation Round Up grants in the fourth quarter. These grants totaled $15,050. PORTER TOWNSHIP VOL. FIREMEN INC. (BOONE GROVE FIRE DEPARTMENT) received a grant of $3,000 to purchase replacement safety equipment for the firefighters. The Boone Grove Fire Department has 20 volunteer members serving 48 square miles. THE… Continue reading.
Members with a field irrigation electric account with Marshall County REMC should have received a letter recently regarding changes to the rate. In years past, the peak kW demand billing window for irrigation services was Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., excluding weekends. Wabash Valley Power Alliance (WVPA), Marshall County REMC’s wholesale… Continue reading.
Marshall County REMC has the opportunity to provide you with more information on your bill that is easier to understand. The new bill will provide average daily usage cost, a graph comparing month-to-month usage, and a section for important messages. Vanilla Direct will allow bill-pay service at participating retail stores. Use the barcode on your… Continue reading.
JUNIORS AND SIXTH GRADERS, DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO HAVE AN AMAZING SUMMER WITH THESE FREE TRIPS! Applications are due for the 2024 Youth Tour to Washington, D.C., and Camp Kilowatt no later than March 1. Youth Tour is a weeklong trip of a lifetime for local high school juniors, during which they will get… Continue reading.
